What Are The Reasons People Smoke?
For those who don’t smoke or use tobacco, it can be hard to understand why someone would start and not stop. However, answering the question “why do people smoke?” is more complex than it may seem. Several factors like curiosity, peer pressure, or other reasons can lead someone to try cigarettes or tobacco for the […]
Steps to Stop Smoking Marijuana
As marijuana becomes more widespread with legalization in many states, it’s important to understand its effects and how to quit if necessary. Although marijuana is increasingly accepted for medical use, it still carries the potential for addiction.If you or someone you care about is using marijuana excessively, it may be helpful to explore strategies for […]
Tips for Quitting Chewing Tobacco
Although prescription and illicit drugs often receive more attention, legal substances like tobacco and alcohol are actually the most harmful to the body. In the U.S., these two substances are among the most commonly used, and the deadliest.The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that over 16 million Americans are living with diseases […]
Brooke Mueller Enters Trauma Center as She Faces Challenges with Sobriety
Actress and celebrity Brooke Mueller checked herself into a trauma and rehabilitation center last August of 2019 as she continues to face struggles with sobriety.A representative for Brooke Mueller stated, “Brooke voluntarily checked herself into a trauma center on the East Coast and is working hard to get well. Like millions of people know, sobriety […]
Connections Between Substance Abuse and the LGBT Community
June marks the anniversary of the Stonewall riots and is recognized as LGBT Pride Month, a time to celebrate the community’s progress. However, it also provides an opportunity to engage in important conversations about issues affecting the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) community.Unfortunately, Pride Month often becomes focused on parades, parties, and corporate sponsorships […]
Buzz Aldrin’s Recovery Story
On July 20, 1969, Buzz Aldrin made history as one of the first humans to walk on the moon, a defining achievement in human history. However, this monumental moment also brought challenges for Aldrin as he struggled to adjust to life back on Earth, leading him down a difficult path.In the aftermath of the Apollo […]
Causes, Effects, and Consequences of Substance Abuse in Women
The meme “Mommy needs wine!” and others like it reflect societal trends that normalize substance abuse among women. Recent studies estimate that 19.5 million women have used illicit substances in the past year, excluding alcohol and tobacco.This matters because scientific research shows significant differences in how women and men respond to drugs. Women often face […]
Macklemore’s Recovery Story
Ben Haggerty, widely recognized by his stage name Macklemore, is a Grammy Award-winning artist and one of the most prominent figures in commercial music over the past decade. However, before Macklemore could dominate the charts, he needed to overcome the substance abuse issues that troubled his early adult life. pitpony.photography, Macklemore Ryan Lewis Live 2016 […]
Opioid Use Beyond the United States
The pattern of opioid use varies significantly across the globe.There are notable differences not only in the volume of prescription opioid consumption but also in the types of opioids commonly used.Today, we will focus on the abuse of these potent prescription drugs outside the United States, though it’s impossible to ignore the severity of the […]
The Dangers of Prescription Drug Abuse and Misuse
Prescription abuse may not appear to be a significant issue, but the consequences of misusing prescription medications, including opioids and stimulants, are grave.The extent of this problem should not be underestimated. According to the 2014 NSDUH (National Survey on Drug Use and Health), among the 27.1 million Americans using illicit drugs, 6.4 million were misusing […]